财联社·2025-10-13 09:44Core Viewpoint - The Chinese passenger car market experienced significant growth in September, with retail sales reaching 2.241 million units, a year-on-year increase of 6.3% and a month-on-month increase of 11.0%. Cumulatively, retail sales for the year reached 17.005 million units, marking a 9.2% year-on-year growth and setting a new historical peak [1]. Group 1: Market Performance - In September, 11 out of 14 listed car companies reported year-on-year sales growth, accounting for 78.6% of the sample. New energy vehicles (NEVs) were the primary driver of this growth, with total sales exceeding 1.32 million units among the 14 major companies [1]. - The penetration rate of NEVs in the overall passenger car retail market reached 57.8% in September, an increase of 5 percentage points compared to the same period last year. Among domestic brands, the penetration rate for NEVs reached 78.1% [1]. Group 2: Company-Specific Sales Data - SAIC Motor Corporation achieved sales of 439,777 units in September, a year-on-year increase of 40.39%, reclaiming the title of monthly sales champion among Chinese listed car companies after five months. Cumulative sales for the first nine months reached 3.193 million units, up 20.53% year-on-year [2]. - BYD's sales in September were 396,270 units, marking a year-on-year decline of 5.52%, ending an 18-month growth streak. The sales of pure electric models were 205,000 units, up 24.31%, while plug-in hybrid models saw a significant drop of 25.58% [3]. - Geely Automobile reported sales of 273,125 units in September, a year-on-year increase of 35.24%. NEV sales reached 165,201 units, up 81.27%, with a market penetration rate of 60.49% [3]. - Chery Automobile's sales reached 255,584 units in September, a year-on-year increase of 8.90%, with NEV sales at 83,498 units, up 17.24% [4]. - New force in the automotive sector, Leap Motor, achieved a record monthly delivery of 66,657 units in September, a year-on-year increase of 97.4% [4]. Group 3: Market Trends and Future Outlook - The automotive market in September saw the launch of over 70 new models, driven by government subsidies and local purchase incentives, which boosted consumer purchasing enthusiasm [5]. - The Secretary-General of the China Passenger Car Association, Cui Dongshu, indicated that the rapid release of new models, particularly from domestic brands, is enhancing competitiveness in the NEV market. The fourth quarter is expected to maintain stable growth due to policy guidance and a strong growth foundation [5].